Our Doctor
Dr. Chukwuma Apakama
Dr. Chukwuma Apakama is a board-certified weight loss specialist and surgeon of excellence with fellowship training in bariatric, advanced laparoscopic, robotic surgery, and surgical critical care. His expertise in treating complex cases makes him a trusted choice for patients seeking specialized surgical care.
With over a decade of experience across three continents, Dr. Apakama trained in the UK before advancing his career in the U.S., completing his general surgery residency at Columbia University and fellowships at Washington University in St. Louis and Cleveland Clinic Florida.
He specializes in minimally invasive and open general surgery procedures, including hernia repairs, gall bladder surgery, acid reflux/heartburn and colon, stomach and small bowel surgery. He also specializes in weight loss offering sleeve gastrectomy, Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, revisional bariatric surgery and duodenal switch procedures.
He also offers non-surgical weight loss providing dietary guidance and medications to aid patients get to their health goal. His dedication to innovation and excellence ensures the best outcomes for his patients.
